1st Shift Production Technician - W&W Dairy

W&W Dairy Inc. located in Monroe, WI is hiring a production worker. W&W Dairy is a demanding, fast paced cheese processing facility.

The person hired for this position will be trained to perform all of the different jobs in our Production Department. Job assignments will include operating a variety cheese packaging and processing equipment.

First shift is 4am - 2pm.

Role and Responsibilities

• Operating machinery and equipment including but not limited to filling and packaging machines, augers grinding equipment etc.
• Reading, understanding, and following standard operating procedures.
• Operating a forklift as required of a job assignment.
• Maintaining communication with supervisors, management, and other employees and notifying them of any problems and/or concerns that may affect production.
• Ensuring that all required paperwork is filled out in a clear, legible, and accurate manner and completed with all required information.
• Ensuring that all work is completed and documented in accordance with SOP's.
• Utilizing a continuous improvement mindset and assisting in identifying opportunities to improve processes.
• Following Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Maintaining a clean, sanitary, and safe work area.
• Following all required safe work practices, including but not limited to lockout-tagout, confined space safety, chemical handling, and electrical safety.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required:

• A high school diploma or GED is preferred.
• 3 or more years of experience working in a food manufacturing plant preferred.
• Forklift operating experience is preferred.
• Candidates must possess solid mechanical skills and the ability to understand, operate, and troubleshoot production equipment.
• Must be able and willing to work all shifts and overtime, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Must be able and willing to work in a wet environment with moderate to high noise volume.
• Must be able and willing to effectively work in a team environment.
• Must have effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read, write and speak English and/or bilingual is preferred.
• Must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans